Ministers can effectively preach the gospel by focusing on Christ and His grace, rather than the works of the law.
Effective gospel preaching centers on proclaiming the person and work of Christ. As seen in Acts 20:28-32, Paul instructs church leaders to shepherd the flock of God and to feed them with the word of His grace. This means that the focus should be on the grace of God as revealed in Christ rather than on the law or human effort. The gospel is to declare what Christ has done, how He has accomplished our redemption, and what it means for the believer's life. The minister's role is to hold fast to the message of grace, equipping believers to look to Christ for their sustenance and growth. By doing so, they encourage their congregation to abide in Him, as depicted in John 15:4, promoting a true and lasting fruitfulness in the lives of believers.
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